Description
Protocols for High-Risk Pregnancies: An Evidence-Based Approach 7th Edition
Protocols for High-Risk Pregnancies: An Evidence-Based Approach, 7th Edition is a comprehensive and evidence‑based clinical guide that equips obstetricians, maternal‑fetal medicine specialists, general practitioners, medical students, and allied health professionals with practical, up‑to‑date protocols for managing high‑risk pregnancies. Now in its Seventh Edition, this book brings together world‑class experts to organize and present the latest clinical guidelines, diagnostic strategies, and management pathways in one authoritative volume.
Through its emphasis on protocols and evidence‑based recommendations, this edition helps clinicians think systematically, avoid errors of omission or commission, and optimize outcomes for both mother and fetus. The content is designed to be used at the point of care and during decision‑making, making it particularly useful for busy practitioners during ward rounds, on‑call duties, and emergency situations.
Overview
The book is structured into clear, clinically oriented sections that cover:
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Concerns in Pregnancy: substance use (including opioids, smoking, nicotine), mental health, and other common maternal issues.
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Antenatal Testing: screening for chromosomal abnormalities, fetal echocardiography, Doppler use, and other prenatal diagnostics.
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Maternal Disease: protocols for managing conditions such as anemia, hemoglobinopathies, heart disease, diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, infections (HIV, Zika, malaria), and more.
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Obstetric Problems: management of cervical insufficiency, preterm labor, growth restriction, preeclampsia, third‑trimester bleeding, and related complications.
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Labor and Delivery: guidance on induction, fetal monitoring, breech delivery, VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean), twins and multiples, shoulder dystocia, and postpartum hemorrhage.
Each protocol‑driven chapter includes evidence summaries, clinical pearls, and step‑by‑step guidance to enhance clinical judgment and support best‑practice care from antenatal contact through labor, delivery, and postpartum management.
Why This Book Is Valuable
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Evidence‑Based Protocols: Focuses on practical, research‑supported approaches that help reduce variability in care and improve outcomes.
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Expert Contributors: Written and edited by leaders in obstetrics and maternal‑fetal medicine.
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Wide Clinical Scope: Includes both common and rare complications, from metabolic and cardiovascular disorders to infectious diseases and pregnancy‑specific emergencies.
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Just‑in‑Time Guidance: Designed for clinicians to use as a reliable point‑of‑care reference, not just a textbook.
This edition remains one of the most trusted maternal‑fetal medicine references available, bridging the gap between evidence and clinical practice for high‑risk pregnancies. It is particularly useful for postgraduate exam preparation, clinical rotations, and obstetric practice.
Key Features
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Clear, protocol‑based guidance for managing high‑risk obstetric conditions
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Covers maternal diseases, antenatal testing, labor complications, and delivery challenges
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Includes updated content on opioid misuse, genetic screening, and infectious threats such as Zika and malaria
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Evidence‑based recommendations to support clinical decision‑making
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Expertly edited by authorities in obstetrics and maternal‑fetal medicine
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Essential for obstetricians, trainees, and healthcare practitioners alike
Would you like a chapter‑by‑chapter breakdown or advice on how to use this book in clinical study and exam prep? (I can provide that next if you want.)
